Description

2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive bifunctional organic intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring both an acid chloride and a benzyl bromide group, makes it a critical building block for synthesizing complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries who require precise and reliable chemical synthesis. It is supplied under strict quality control to ensure consistency and performance in demanding applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with benzodiazepine or similar fused-ring structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where its reactive sites allow for the introduction of specific functional groups.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable tool in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	7115-90-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6BrClO
Molecular Weight	233.49 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)benzoyl chloride; o-(Bromomethyl)benzoyl chloride; 2-Bromomethylbenzoyl chloride; α-Bromo-o-toluoyl chloride; (2-Bromomethyl)benzoic acid chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 2-(bromomethyl)-; Bromomethylbenzoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)Benzoyl Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for advanced synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its reactivity as a strong acid/organic solvent, keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as bases, alcohols, and amines. Handle and store under an inert atmosphere if prolonged storage is required to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.